CJ Refaat Ahmed becomes honorary Oxford fellow

Bangladesh's Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed has been awarded an honorary fellowship by the University of Oxford's Wadham College, reports bdnews24.com.

Justice Refaat previously earned his postgraduate law degree with first-class honours from Wadham College -- one of the most prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom.

In a letter to the chief justice, Robert Hannigan, warden of Wadham College, wrote: "I am writing with great pleasure to let you know that the governing body of Wadham College has resolved to elect you to an honorary fellowship. I do hope you will feel able to accept this honour.

The honorary fellowship is a lifetime recognition. As a fellow, Justice Refaat will have the opportunity to attend various annual events at the college and receive invitations to formal dinners. He will also enjoy access to college facilities.